North Jackson Elementary School

1880 Old Gainesville Hwy
Talmo, GA 30575
(School attendance zone shown in map)
7/
10
Top 50%
Serving 764 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, North Jackson Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 764 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 50% in GA
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

North Jackson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:

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Attribute

School Overview

North Jackson Elementary School's student population of 764 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 104% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
764 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

School Rankings

North Jackson Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Jackson Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (GA)
#837 out of 2204 schools
(Top 50%)
48%
37%
34%
40%
30-34%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
29%
19%
Black
16%
36%
White
46%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.68
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is North Jackson Elementary School's ranking?
North Jackson Elementary School is ranked #837 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are North Jackson Elementary School often compared to?
North Jackson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gum Springs Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend North Jackson Elementary School?
764 students attend North Jackson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of North Jackson Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Jackson Elementary School?
North Jackson Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Jackson Elementary School offer ?
North Jackson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is North Jackson Elementary School part of?
North Jackson Elementary School is part of Jackson County School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 764 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 54%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 48% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Top 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education

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